A La Carte CoursesDue to a large rising freshman class, only the following HS level courses are available as a la carte options. Students will be accepted into a class only if the class has not already reached the student class limit with full-time students. A la carte classes marked with an asterisk will only be held if a financially sustainable number of students (6) enroll by July 10.

Intro to Biblical StudiesThis course provides students with the tools necessary for studying the Bible within its original context (exegetical/inductive study). An approach to Bible study is taught which includes historical & literary background, textual observations, interpretive comments, and personal/present-day application. Also, this course provides a background to the development of the Bible throughout Christian History. This course will conclude with a brief introduction to biblical languages.​Targeted Grade Level: 10th, 11th, 12thTeacher: Mrs. Anne Marie WalnyCentral Days: T, TH Satellite Day Work Load: W, F (30 minutes each)HS Credit: .75 (with option for 1 credit)Curriculum: variousPrerequisite: Must be taking at least 2 other core classes at Anchor

HS American LiteratureStudents will delve into the many great works of American authors from master story-tellers Edgar Allen Poe and Mark Twain to compelling modern writers such as Flannery O’Conner and Arthur Miller. Our journey will roughly mirror the eras covered in American History, from pre-Civil War to the present. Class will be discussion-oriented with a strong emphasis on worldview and engaging with culture through literature. Students will need to purchase the books listed below. (If you choose to borrow books from the library, please plan ahead to be sure you have them during discussion weeks.) A variety of short stories and poems are provided in the textbook. Assignments will include daily reading, short exercises based on reading, bi-weekly tests, and bi-weekly essays. We will continue to develop writing skills, working towards excellence and ease of writing. We will also develop vocabulary by focusing on Latin and Greek word roots. This should help students as they prepare for SAT or ACT testing. Most of all, we want to glorify God with our minds through critical thinking and thoughtful writing – while enjoying the talent God has given these various authors (whether or not they know Him as the source of their creativity).

HS American HistoryThis course takes an in-depth look at United States history from the Restoration after the Civil War up to the current time period. Factual content is presented side-by-side with Biblical principles. United States interaction in the global community will be considered as we look at the U.S. involvement in the World Wars and other world events. Students will complete studies of each president they cover, complete short-term projects, and study the art and music of various eras of U.S. history.

Math-U-See Algebra 2 Instructor Manual* with Lesson Book (ISBN 978-1-60826039-3) NOTE: Typically sold with DVD, but DVD is optional for ACA students.

*Students may rent this text for $10 from ACA, but must purchase the Student Pack, which can be ordered through ACA.​Precalculus *This class will introduce your student to trigonometry, identities, polar equations, logarithms, sequences, limits and other topics to prepare for calculus.

Math-U-See PreCalculus Instructor Manual* with Lesson Book (ISBN 978-1608260430) NOTE: Typically sold with DVD, but DVD is optional for ACA students.

*Students may rent this text for $10 from ACA, but must purchase the Student Pack, which can be ordered through ACA.

Physics with Labs *This class provides a detailed introduction to the methods and concepts of general physics, heavily emphasizing vector analysis; this text is ideal preparation for a university-level physics course. It provides the student with a strong background in one-dimensional and two-dimensional motion, Newton’s laws and their application, gravity, work and energy, momentum, periodic motion, waves, optics, electrostatics, electrodynamics, electrical circuits, and magnetism.

​Chemistry with LabsChemistry is the awesome study of everything God created-matter! Through experiments and demonstrations, chemistry will come alive as we explore the composition and properties of the world around us. In the laboratory, students will experiment weekly to understand how and why substances react in their surroundings. Beginning with a review of safety, scientific measurement and mathematics, we will cover the topics of significant figures, units, classification, the mole concept, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics, acids and bases, redox reactions, solutions, atomic structure, Lewis structures, molecular geometry, the gas laws, and equilibrium. Central days will consist of weekly lab experiments, lecture, Q&A, discussion, reinforcement through games and quizzes, and homework review. Satellite days will be used for reading, completion of laboratory experiments and reports, completion of On Your Own questions, and other assignments. Tests will be administered at home.

Spanish IStudents develop an understanding of the grammar, syntax, and usage of the Spanish language in oral and written form. Verb tenses include present, present progressive, and simple preterite verbs. Students learn to converse and write simply about themselves and others using skits and dialogues with topics including family, sports, home, and city. They also learn about cultural events in Spanish-speaking countries. Students recite simple Bible verses and pray in Spanish.

French IBy the end of French 1 students should be able to hold simple conversations with friends or family regarding likes and dislikes, and everyday situations. They will learn 3 groups of regular verbs as well as many irregular verbs, and will be introduced to some past tense and future tense constructions. They will learn negative constructions with verbs, adjectives and adjective agreement, adverb usage, pronoun substitutions, and other grammatical constructions. Vocabulary will include activities and hobbies, requests, people, making plans, asking for opinions, places, and more. Reading, writing, and speaking are integral parts of the course, and class participation is expected.

Spanish II *Students continue to develop an understanding of the grammar, syntax, and usage of the Spanish language in oral and written form. Verb tenses include present, present and past progressive, preterite, imperfect, and possibly future and perfect tenses. Using varied activities such as dialogue presentations, skits, a puppet show, a fashion show and writing booklets, students learn to read, converse and write in a more complex manner using vocabulary about pastimes, clothing, cars, and animals. They complete a cultural study of a Spanish-speaking country. Students recite more advanced Bible verses.

Targeted Grade Level: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12thTeacher: Mrs. Diane RamerCentral Days: M, T, TH Satellite Day Work Load: W, F (1 hour each)HS Credit: 1Curriculum: various (supplied)​Prerequisite: successful completion of Spanish IUpper level courses are scheduled keeping in mind Lancaster Bible College's Jumpstart program schedules. Students in 11th and 12th grades should consider taking at least one college course. (One class per semester is FREE, so why not?!?) Note that students must have minimum scores from the PSAT, SAT, ACT, or CLT. If the dual enrollment process seems daunting, ask us for tips and recommendations!

Beyond the Classroom

Numerous opportunities for spiritual growth, student leadership development, and enrichment are also available. Parent-run electives, game time, and a spiritually-focused opening are built into the central day schedule. Field trips are coordinated with the teachers to maximize the educational and/or character development benefit of each trip. Class trips are scheduled in May with further educational and community-building opportunities.